Ford Explores Smartphone-Based Tech That Could Help Alert Drivers Of Hard-To-See Pedestrians, Bicyclists And More
Ford Smartphone Safety Technology
Ford Motor Company is researching potentially lifesaving smartphone technology with Commsignia, PSS, Ohio State University, T-Mobile, and Tome Software, to improve driver awareness and reduce pedestrian accidents and deaths. Ford aims to help drivers detect pedestrians and cyclists through Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) on smartphone devices to communicate their location to their Ford vehicle. Key Scales Ford looks forward to sharing how Ford safety technology can enhance your driving experience, starting with this concept app that alerts drivers of possible collisions through Ford SYNC® technology. Ford, alongside Commsignia, PSS, Ohio State University, T-Mobile, and Tome Software, will soon present the idea before the Intelligent Transportation Society of America’s World Congress in Los Angeles.
Safety Improvements
According to Executive Director of Research and Advanced Engineering Jim Buczkowski, newer Ford models with Ford Co-Pilot360™ technology can detect pedestrians and even apply the brakes if drivers do not respond in time. However, updating existing technology to feature new advancements, like expanding vehicle sensing capabilities, can improve road safety in areas drivers cannot see behind the wheel. Ford co-founded the Vulnerable Road User Safety Consortium™ (VRUSC) to improve road safety and reduce pedestrian-related crashes. This technology was formed with other vehicle, bicycle, ridesharing, and technology companies to see how technological advancements may enhance or mitigate the outcome of harmful or fatal pedestrian crashes. Buczkowski also states that this technology could be applied to other areas of road safety, including construction sites and more.
Technology Is the Future
Key Scales Ford is thrilled to share the many ways Ford Motor Company is improving road safety for drivers. To learn more about upcoming Ford technology, contact our sales department at our family-owned and operated Ford dealership in Leesburg, FL!
A New Age Of Power
The iconic Ford Mustang is well-known for its history-making performance spanning generations of Ford Motor Company’s legacy. Originally used on race tracks, movie sets, and commercials, the Ford Mustang made a name for itself long ago. Key Scales Ford is proud to announce a new addition to the Ford Mustang family, the all-new 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse. Rely on this ultra-powerful Ford coupe for revolutionary horsepower and speed and explore the most capable Ford Mustang to date. Follow along to get the scoop on when you can purchase a 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse from our family-owned and operated Ford dealer in Leesburg, FL.
Saddle Up
The 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse will harness its power from an all-new fourth-generation Coyote V8, the 5.0L V8 engine. This uniquely engineered powertrain will deliver 500 horsepower and 418 ft.-lb. of torque, with features like a crankshaft, forged piston connecting rods, and strengthened camshafts to master high speeds and pressures with extra durability. Ford is invested in forming a close-knit bond between drivers and the all-new 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse. They plan to enhance responsiveness to create a connection that can’t be broken. Ford shoppers can expect to find the 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse for sale at our Ford dealership in the Summer of 2023 when the all-new model is estimated to release.
Stay Updated
Keep your eyes open and your ears alert for more upcoming updates about the 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse. Contact Key Scales Ford to learn more.
GET THE INSIDE SCOOPFord Returns To Formula 1
Ready, Set, Go!
Rumors have it Ford is heading to the racetracks after partnering with Red Bull Powertrains to develop a next-generation hybrid power unit for Oracle Red Bull Racing and Scuderia AlphaTauri teams. Ford announced the exciting news with a timeline of 2026 to 2030. During that time, they plan to advance hybrid technology for race tracks to share the legacy and revolutionization of positive change for the environment without sacrificing capability. Key Scales Ford is proud to come alongside Ford Automotive Company as they continue to make history with Built Ford Tough® configurations that meet the ever-changing needs of our valued customers and environment. Get the scoop on when you can expect Ford to join the game by following along to learn about Ford Formula 1 Racing.
The Future of Ford
2023 marks the official partnership of Red Bull Powertrains and Ford as they develop advanced hybrid technologies for racing and the company’s future. Ford shoppers can expect to see more software-defined electric vehicles for new and modern experiences. Existing all-electric Ford models, like the bestselling Ford Mustang Mach-E, Ford E-Transit, and Ford F-150 Lightning, have created a drive to bring more EV capabilities to the scene in the coming years. As the second-leading all-electric automotive company in the USA, Ford plans to invest up to 50 million dollars in the EV revolution to meet consumer demand and accomplish their goal of environmentally-friendly, hybrid race cars with a 350 kW electric motor. By 2026, Ford is currently the only automotive company competing in Formula 1 Racing as they continue to grow and expand their legacy to see where the world of Formula 1 Racing takes them next.
A New Horizon
Ford is ready to leap into competitive Formula 1 Racing. Stay updated by following along with your friends at Key Scales Ford in Leesburg, FL!
Lightning Strikes Again
The Ford F-150 Lightning is changing how we view all-electric capabilities, one adventure at a time. Key Scales Ford is thrilled to offer access to the one and only MotorTrend Truck of the Year®, the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning! Find the latest Ford F-150 Lightning at our family-owned and operated Ford dealer in Leesburg, FL, where your journey is just beginning. Learn all about the incredible features of a 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning as you view the top trimmings and unique and versatile vehicle lineup. Discover a new opportunity to enhance your daily driving experiences as you explore the Ford F-150 Lightning awards, presented after a unanimous vote by the MotorTrend judges. Jumpstart your time behind the wheel and explore the MotorTrend Truck of the Year®, the 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning, at Key Scales Ford!
All-Electric Power
The iconic Ford F-150 has set the standards for full-size trucks for generations. The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning follows suit as it displays the same raw, incredible power and capability in all the ways we know and love. Achieving the title of MotorTrend Truck of the Year® is no easy feat. Candidates must pass a series of rigorous tests even to be considered. Tests for MotorTrend candidates consist of battery acceleration, uphill acceleration, acceleration while towing, and many other strength-related assessments conducted by the evaluating judges. The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning is already achieving groundbreaking accomplishments soon after its 2022 release, as according to Ford, it was the bestselling EV truck in November of 2022. Since receiving this title, the sales for a 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning have skyrocketed, totaling 13,258 sales since the all-electric truck was introduced in May of 2022.
Get Pumped
The 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning is one for the ages. If you’re ready to make a change, what are you waiting for? Learn more about the MotorTrend Truck of the Year® by visiting Key Scales Ford to take a test drive of a 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning for sale in Leesburg, FL.
SHOP NOWFord Bronco Sport Black Diamond Off-Road Package
Bronco Sport Black Diamond
Off-Road Package: Conquer
Dynamic Terrain
Coming in 2023, the Ford Bronco Sport Black Diamond Off-Road Package provides an enhanced off-road driving experience unseen in the Bronco Sport lineup. Unlike previous Bronco Sport models, the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Black Diamond Off-Road Package demonstrates trail capability, and all owners and order-holders are granted access to the Bronco Off-Rodeo! With hype building up for the new, off-road-ready Bronco Sport, Key Scales Ford conducted all the research you’ll need to decide if the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Black Diamond Off-Road Package is suitable for you.
Off-Road Capabilities Enhanced
Bronco Sport enthusiasts now get a taste of true adventure with the new Ford Bronco Sport Black Diamond Off-Road Package. You can get the Black Diamond Off-Road Package on the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Big Bend® and 2023 Ford Bronco Sport Outer Banks® series. So, what makes the Black Diamond Off-Road Package so capable? A total of four steel bash plates are included in this package, covering areas critical to 4×4 powertrains, including the front metal skid plate, fuel tank protection, and the canister shield. You’re also geared up with all-terrain tires for extra grip. Ford Motor Company’s press release is available if you want to learn more about the new Ford Bronco Sport Black Diamond Off-Road Package.
Join The Adventure
If you’re looking to join the Bronco Off-Roadeo or want to take your adventures to the next level, reach out to Key Scales Ford to reserve your 2023 Ford Bronco Sport equipped with the Black Diamond Off-Road Package, and we’ll help make it happen!
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All About Upgrades:
Ford BlueCruise 1.2
Driving gets more intuitive every day, and Fords are no exception. In a recent press release, Ford Motor Company announced the latest version of the Ford BlueCruise technology: Ford BlueCruise 1.2, complete with three all-new features to enhance the already impressive technology. Ford BlueCruise is Ford’s hands-free highway driving technology, which functions on over 130,000 miles of North American Roads. Through improvements and upgrades, Ford BlueCruise is now more intuitive than ever before. Discover what’s new about Ford BlueCruise 1.2 with the team at Key Scales Ford.
Smarter Than Ever
Ford BlueCruise 1.2 is going to make your highway driving a breeze. The new software now features Lane Change Assist, a hands-free lane-changing system that works at the tap of a turn signal when engaged. The technology will also include a new Predictive Speed Assist feature, adjusting your speed to adapt to sharp turns or speed changes and alerting you to the adjustment. Finally, Ford BlueCruise 1.2 now includes responsive In-Lane Repositioning, which makes hands-free highway driving feel more natural than ever before, shifting the vehicle’s position away from intrusive vehicles as they approach in adjacent lanes. All in all, the upgraded Ford BlueCruise 1.2 software will improve the hands-free highway driving experience and give Ford drivers even more to love in their Blue Oval brand vehicle.
Test It Out
Visit Key Scales Ford and ask to see a vehicle with the intuitive Ford BlueCruise 1.2 software. Get behind the wheel for a test drive and take to the highway to try out the upgraded software for yourself!
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2023 Ford F-Series Super Duty®:
Taking Built Ford Tough® To The Next Level
You already know Ford’s Super Duty® line. These pickup trucks are known for their immense towing capabilities, payload strength, torque, horsepower, and more. On September 27, 2022, Ford Motor Company unveiled the 2023 Ford Super Duty® Series. To put it simply, the trucks are bigger and better than ever before, with four engine choices, including two brand new engines. Key Scales Ford did all the research for you, so here is everything we know so far about the 2023 Ford F-Series Super Duty® pickup trucks.
You’ve Never Seen Anything Like This
Our experts don’t even know where to start, but we have to mention the embedded 5G capability, as the Ford F-Series Super Duty® trucks are the first in the U.S. to contain this feature. Allow us to introduce Ford’s new Super Duty® engines, a standard 6.8L V8 gas engine and a new high-output 6.7L Power Stroke V8 diesel engine with an upgraded exhaust and a unique turbo, as well as advanced tuning to provide the best horsepower and torque in its class. The 2023 Ford F-Series Super Duty® trucks will also be available with a 7.3L V8, offering class-leading gas horsepower and torque. You can add a variety of new features to the 2023 Ford F-Series Super Duty® trucks, from Pro Power Onboard to the industry’s first-available Tailgate Down Camera and Tailgate Down Reverse Sensing System. We haven’t even started to scratch the surface, as a variety of new Appearance Packages will also be offered, featuring trim, wheel, and paint combinations to help you look good while you work hard. There are truly too many new features to name, so check out Ford Motor Company’s recent press release for all the details, or reach out to our team to talk about the trucks with your local experts.
Feel the Excitement
As we prepare for the 2023 Ford F-Series Super Duty® trucks to start rolling onto our lot, we invite you to contact us and become part of the Key Scales Ford family. Let us know you are interested in taking home a 2023 Ford Super Duty®, and we will make sure you are up-to-date with all the latest information!
CONTACT USSeventh-Generation Ford Mustang
Debuting Ford’s Seventh-Generation Mustang:
Following The Stampede
On September 14th, 2022, Ford Motor Company unveiled the first new Mustang performance series in 21 years: the Ford Mustang Dark Horse. The event, coined, “The Stampede,” took place at the Detroit Auto Show and was broadcast live across Ford’s social media channels. As the seventh-generation Ford Mustang appeared, goosebumps were sent down the spine of every onlooker. The Ford Mustang Dark Horse can only be described as sinister, and it filled the space with a mischievous energy that could drive any thrill-seeker mad with adrenaline. In a press release the same day as the event, Ford outlined some of the specs for the seventh-generation Ford Mustang, which are just as satisfying as the model’s first impression. Join the experts at Key Scales Ford as we break down these specs and discuss how they will affect the performance of the seventh-generation Ford Mustang.
Believe It Or Not, It’s Street-Legal
When a vehicle is as track-capable as the seventh-generation Ford Mustang, its practicality and legality when it comes to driving on roads may be questionable. However, the Ford Mustang Dark Horse line has improved aerodynamics, upgraded internal and external hardware, sophisticated new software, and advanced tuning with an available six-speed manual transmission, so it is the most track-capable, street-legal Mustang ever made. The seventh-generation Ford Mustang debuts Ford’s new 5.0L V8 engine, which offers a projected 500 horsepower. The sportscar will also have an available Handling Package, which makes it even more aerodynamic with a ton of extra downforce. Launching for the 2024 model year, the Ford Mustang Dark Horse is the perfect combination of performance and beauty. Alongside the street-legal Ford Mustang Dark Horse, two track-only models will be added to the lineup, along with four other new racing Mustangs that have yet to be announced. If you think you have what it takes to tame the Ford Mustang Dark Horse, it’s time to talk to your friends here at Key Scales Ford.
Join The Race
If you are a thrill seeker, the seventh-generation Ford Mustang is going to absolutely change your driving game. Reach out to the team at Key Scales Ford if you are interested in receiving updates as the Ford Mustang Dark Horse makes its way to our lot!
CONTACT USFord F-150 Raptor R
Better Than Ever Before:
The Ford F-150 Raptor R™
The iconic Ford F-150 is Built Ford Tough® and ready for action 24/7, 365 days a year. Ford shoppers seeking a full-size Ford truck capable of offering next-level travels will be floored to explore the most capable Ford F-150 yet, the Ford F-150 Raptor R™. All-new and uber-capable, the Ford F-150 Raptor R is the leading Ford F-150 configuration and has all the right features. Key Scales Ford is thrilled to offer access to this off-road beast, courtesy of an efficient custom order. Check out the Ford F-150 Raptor R at our family-owned and operated Ford dealership in the Fall of 2022, when shoppers can take home the most powerful Ford F-150 to date. Learn more about the upcoming Ford F-150 Raptor R by contacting Key Scales Ford.
Ford-150 Raptor R Specs
The Ford F-150 Raptor R exceeds every expectation effortlessly with high-caliber top trimmings designed for success. View the burly exterior to find yourself captivated by the massive build, sleek paint job, body-contoured RECARO® front seats, and 37-inch all-terrain tires with fierce biting teeth to combat the harsh conditions of the great outdoors. Check out the 5.2L Supercharged V8 engine, jam-packed with a Ford F-150 Raptor R 700 horsepower and 640 lb.-ft. of torque. In addition to this killer powertrain, the all-new Ford F-150 Raptor R comes equipped with turn-key off-road chops like the FOX Live Valve Shocks. Travel effortlessly over every bump on or off-road with best-in-class ground clearance and enhanced vehicle traction.
Start Your Custom Order
Are you ready to take home the Ford F-150 Raptor R? Good news! The upcoming Ford F-150 will soon be available for custom order at Key Scales Ford! Stop by our family-owned and operated Ford dealership in Leesburg, FL, where we will walk you through the custom order process and provide necessary updates today!
CONTACT USAn ounce of Prevention
You’ve heard the saying about, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”? This also holds true for your vehicle. A little car maintenance can save you time on your upcoming road trip for the holidays. Car trouble on the road during holiday travel can turn a great trip into an unpleasant one in a hurry.
Plan early to schedule an appointment with our Key Scales Ford Service Department. Below are suggestions for items to check before your hit the road. Some of these things you can check on your own, but be sure to have your scheduled maintenance taken care of by a trained service technician.
Before you travel:
- Check tire pressure and tread depth
- Ensure that your flat tire replacement and jack are in good order
- Check and/or replace wiper blades
- Fill windshield washer fluid reservoir
(if you are traveling to colder weather, be sure you have antifreeze in your fluid) - Test your car battery
- Have breaks checked
Do not take the risk of having to use an unknown automotive service department or worse yet, not finding one open on the holiday. Plan ahead – get your car ready! Keeping up with scheduled maintenance protects the longevity of your vehicle and also helps keep your car in tip top shape.
Our service technicians are Ford certified are also skilled in maintaining vehicles from other automakers. We promise our trustworthy and reliable automotive service to all of our customers whether they own a Ford vehicle or not. Let us help you take one of the stresses out of your holidays, by providing the best service you can get.
To make an appointment call the Key Scales Ford’s expert automotive technicians at (352) 787-3511 today. Our service hours are 7:30am – 5:00pm Monday through Friday and 8:00am – 1:00pm on Saturdays. Every Wednesday is Ladies Day when women receive a FREE carwash with their scheduled service.
Key Scales Ford is your KEY to the Lowest Price & Best Service Guaranteed! Serving Central Florida for over 42 years. Key Scales Ford offers the best of Ford service for Leesburg, Mt. Dora, Fruitland Park, Tavares, Eustis, The Villages and Ocala. Our dealership is located at 1719 Citrus Boulevard in Leesburg, Florida, 34748. In addition to the Ford F150 we sell new and pre-owned vehicles including the Ford Mustang, Ford Explorer, Ford Edge, Ford F-150, Ford Focus, Ford Fusion and Ford Taurus.
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